How far is Pine Bluff, AR from Monticello, AR?
The driving distance from Pine Bluff, AR to Monticello, AR is about 47 miles (75.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 59m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 43.2 miles (69.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 59m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 59m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Arkansas, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Pine Bluff and Monticello.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pine Bluff and Monticello.
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Start on South Main Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · South Main Street
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Turn right onto West Harding Avenue
1171 ft · 27 sec · West Harding Avenue
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Turn left onto South Olive Street
2.9 mi · 5 min · South Olive Street
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Take the ramp left
1247 ft · 30 sec
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Merge slight left onto Wiley A Branton Sr Highway
2825 ft · 37 sec · Wiley A Branton Sr Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward AR 530 South: Star City, Monticello
1.2 km · 52 sec
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Continue on Highway 530
22.9 mi · 27 min · Highway 530
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Highway 11
2 mi · 2 min · Highway 11
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Turn right
15.8 mi · 20 min
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Turn left onto West Gaines Avenue
1 km · 58 sec · West Gaines Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Gaines Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Pine Bluff and Monticello.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Highway 530
Continue on Highway 530
22.9 mi · 00h 27m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Pine Bluff and Mostly Sunny near Monticello.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Pine Bluff to Monticello?
The road trip is about 47 miles (75.7 km) and usually takes 00h 59m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Star City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 23.5 miles from Pine Bluff and 23.5 miles from Monticello.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 43.2 miles (69.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.8 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:30 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.29 one way or $12.57 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Pine Bluff and Mostly Sunny near Monticello.
Stop Ideas Near Star City
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Star City.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Pine Bluff and Monticello. Straight-line distance: 43.17 mi (69.47 km).
#1 Pine Bluff
The largest city in Jefferson County, Arkansas.
| Population | 40,435 |
| Coordinates | 34.2284300, -92.0032000 |
| Altitude | 67 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Monticello
City in Arkansas, USA
| Population | 9,185 |
| Coordinates | 33.6290000, -91.7909600 |
| Altitude | 89 |
| Country | United States |
End: Monticello (-91.79096, 33.629)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 76 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 34m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 56m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 35m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.79 | $6.29 | $12.57 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $7.07 | $14.14 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $7.68 | $15.35 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $8.99 | $17.98 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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